The eagle was caught in a trap off of Garabedian Drive in Salem, New Hampshire.

Officers found the eagle with his right leg caught in a metal snap type trap, which was set up next to the recently skinned remains of a beaver. It appears the eagle was attempting to feed on the beaver and unfortunately got caught in the trap.

The officers were able to approach the eagle and cover him with a blanket. The officers and hunters worked to untangle the eagle's wing from around a small tree and to release the jaws of the trap.

A short time after being released, the eagle flew off, landing on the top of a large pine tree.

Officers removed the trap but later determined that the trap was in compliance with state laws. The identification tag for the owner of the trap was eventually located at the scene.